This week in class, we’re reading “The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs .
In “The Monkey’s Paw,” a man ignores the warnings of an old friend and makes a wish that brings misery upon his family.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Death and Fate & Free Will and Choices as they relate to the text.We are trying to answer these big questions:
“How do people face death?” , “Can we control our fate?”, and ” How do others influence our Choices?”
Ways to support your child:
- Ask your child about this short story at home:
- What was “The Monkey’s Paw” About?
- What did you learn about about Fate & Free Will and Choices?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home:
The weekly agenda:
Monday: Begin reading ” Monkey’s Paw” on google classroom and answer the during reading questions. Student-Led Conferences 4-7 PM
Tuesday: Finish reading ” Monkey’s Paw” on google classroom and finish answering the during reading questions. HW: Finish the plot organizer for ” The Monkey’s Paw”
Wednesday: Vocab. “Monkey’s Paw” Discussion Death, Fate and Choices HW: Prepare for Socratic Discussions Due Friday WS Student-Led Conferences 3:30-6:30 PM
Thursday: Media Analysis ” Monkey’s Paw”
Friday: “Monkey’s Paw” Assessment
Friday after school is the test retake for “The Tell-Tale Heart” You must have the retake assignment done to take the test and arrange for a ride home at 3:30 ish.
As always be sure you are reading your SSR book at home!
